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Stop & Shop Union Workers Approve New Contract: Patch PM
Also: bear spotted in Johnston, North Providence cop cleared of wrongdoing in shooting incident and more.

Welcome to Tuesday's edition of Patch PM. Here are the latest headlines from around the Rhode Island Patch network.
Rhode Island Stop & Shop Union Workers Approve New Contract
UFCW union members approved a 3-year contract which includes wage increases, fully-funded pensions, and time-and-a-half pay on Sundays.
Bear Seen On Central Avenue In Johnston
Johnston Police posted a photo of the bear in a Central Avenue backyard on Monday evening.
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North Providence Cop Will Not Face Charges For December Shooting
Patrolman Mathieu Florio non-fatally shot Richard Solitro after he brandished a realistic-looking replica pistol.
Adoptable Pet Spotlight: Porcini
Porcini is a four-year-old boxer mix with a gold coat, brown eyes and a very friendly personality.
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